SEMH Teaching Assistant

Primary School Based in Manchester (M14 7SH)

Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity | September 2026 Start

Are you passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs to achieve their full potential?

Do you have the resilience, empathy, and dedication to help pupils overcome barriers to learning while building their confidence and emotional wellbeing?

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Manchester (M14 7SH) is seeking a committed and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with pupils who require additional emotional and behavioural support, helping them engage positively with learning and develop the skills they need to succeed both in and out of the classroom.

What's on Offer?

• Full-time, term-time only position (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm)
• Long-term opportunity within a supportive and nurturing primary school
• Competitive weekly pay of £500-£575, depending on experience
• Manchester location (M14 7SH) with excellent public transport links
• Opportunity to support pupils across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2
• Work alongside experienced teachers, the SENCO, pastoral team, and senior leaders
• Deliver tailored interventions that support emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Gain valuable experience working with pupils with SEMH needs and additional learning needs
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

The Role :

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, helping them access learning, develop positive relationships, and achieve their individual goals. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs
• Supporting children with Autism, ADHD, attachment needs, trauma-informed approaches, and other additional needs where appropriate
• Promoting positive behaviour using consistent and supportive behaviour management strategies
• Helping pupils develop emotional regulation, resilience, and social skills
• Delivering targeted interventions to improve engagement and wellbeing
• Building positive, trusting relationships that encourage confidence and independence
• Supporting teachers with classroom activities and adapting learning where required
• Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback to teaching staff
• Working collaboratively with families and external professionals to support individual pupil outcomes

This Role is Ideal for Those Interested in :

• Educational Psychology
• Child Psychology
• Special Educational Needs (SEND)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH)
• Primary Teaching
• Youth Work
• Social Work
• Counselling
• Behaviour Support
• Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)

About You, To be considered for this role, you will:

• Have experience working with children or young people in a school, childcare, youth work, or care setting (desirable but not essential)
• Have experience supporting pupils with SEMH, SEND, or behavioural needs (desirable)
• Demonstrate patience, resilience, empathy, and emotional intelligence
• Be confident managing challenging behaviour using positive and restorative approaches
• Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Be proactive, adaptable, and committed to supporting every child's individual needs
• Have a genuine passion for improving children's wellbeing and educational outcomes
• Have the right to work in the UK

Staff work collaboratively to ensure every child feels safe, valued, and supported throughout their educational journey.

Apply Today | If you're a compassionate and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in the lives of children, we'd love to hear from you.

Join a supportive Manchester primary school where your dedication and encouragement will help pupils build confidence, overcome challenges, and achieve their full potential.

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